Irini Konta | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Irini Konta | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

Laboratory Teaching Staff at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

Dr. Irini Konta is a linguist and educator specializing in applied linguistics, bilingualism, and foreign language acquisition. She teaches at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has contributed to numerous Greek language promotion initiatives. Her research on bilingualism and morphology enhances understanding of linguistic acquisition among multilingual populations. Dr. Konta’s expertise and research output make her a respected figure in applied linguistics, particularly in the context of Greek language education.

Professional Profile

Education

Dr. Irini Konta received her Ph.D. in Linguistics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2013. Her doctoral research focused on The Acquisition of Greek by Children with a Turkish Mother Tongue: Evidence from Nominal Agreement and Morphology. She also holds an M.A. in Teaching Modern Greek as a Foreign/Second Language (2000) and a B.A. in Greek Philology with a specialization in Linguistics (1997), both from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Experience

Dr. Konta has been a Laboratory Teaching Staff member in the Department of Linguistics, School of Philosophy at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki since August 2020, where she teaches General Linguistics with an emphasis on Applied Linguistics. Previously, she served as Scientific Staff at the Greek Language Center in Thessaloniki from 2013 to 2020, promoting Greek language education on secondment from her role in Secondary Education, where she taught from 2003 to 2013. Additionally, she lectured part-time in 2018 at a postgraduate program in Special Education at Hellenic Open University and University of Thessaly. Earlier in her career, she taught Greek as a foreign/second language in summer programs hosted by Aristotle University and the Center for the Study and Development of Greek Culture of the Black Sea.

Research Focus

Dr. Konta’s research interests include bilingualism, foreign/second language teaching, grammar instruction, language acquisition, language assessment, and morphological studies (inflectional and derivational). Her work often emphasizes practical approaches to language teaching and assessment within bilingual and multilingual educational contexts.

Author Metrics

Dr. Konta has published research on bilingualism, language acquisition, and morphology, contributing to scholarly discussions in applied linguistics. Her publications and conference presentations reflect her dedication to advancing methodologies in foreign language education, with citations in both linguistic and educational journals.

Conclusion

Dr. Konta’s expertise in bilingualism, applied linguistics, and her dedication to advancing Greek language education establish her as a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Arts and Humanities. Her diverse teaching experience, innovative research on Greek language acquisition, and involvement in language assessment initiatives underscore her impact on Greek linguistics and applied language studies. While expanding her international reach and integrating more technology-driven research could enhance her profile, her current accomplishments and contributions make her a strong contender for this award.

Publications Top Noted

  1. Konta, I. & Ouli, P.-A. (2024). The effectiveness of Processing Instruction and Production-Based Instruction on the acquisition of the past tense in Greek by child heritage learners: A preliminary study. Ampersand, 100207.
    DOI: 10.1016/j.amper.2024.100207

    • This journal article examines the impact of two instructional approaches on the acquisition of Greek past tense by child heritage learners, providing insights into effective pedagogical practices for heritage language instruction.
  2. Konta, I., Daggopoulos, P., & Paparseni-Papaefstathiou, A. (2019). Εξεταστικά θέματα πιστοποίησης επάρκειας της Ελληνομάθειας 2015-2018. Κέντρο Ελληνικής Γλώσσας.
    ISBN: 978-960-7779-87-8

    • This book presents a detailed analysis of topics included in the Greek language proficiency certification exams from 2015 to 2018, serving as a resource for Greek language educators and learners.
  3. Konta, I. (2017). The acquisition of gender and the development of derivational morphology in child L2 Greek. In Selected papers on theoretical and applied linguistics.
    • This conference paper investigates the process of gender acquisition and the development of derivational morphology in children learning Greek as a second language, contributing to the field of language acquisition and morphology.
  4. Konta, I., & Papadopoulou, D. (2017). Η κατάκτηση της παραγωγικής μορφολογίας στην ελληνική ως Γ2. In Studies in Greek Linguistics 37.
    • This conference paper explores the acquisition of productive morphology in Greek as a second language, focusing on the challenges and stages of morphological development in L2 learners.
  5. Konta, I. (2013). Η Κατάκτηση της Ελληνικής από Παιδιά με Μητρική Γλώσσα την Τουρκική (The Acquisition of Greek by Children with a Turkish Mother Tongue). Doctoral Dissertation, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
    • Dr. Konta’s dissertation analyzes Greek language acquisition in children with Turkish as their first language, examining linguistic patterns and developmental processes in bilingualism.

 

 

Dunja Rasic | Arts and Humanities | Young Scientist Award

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Dr.  Dunja Rasic | Arts and Humanities | Young Scientist Award

Researcher at University of Religions and Denominations, Germany

Dr. Dunja Rašić is a distinguished scholar in Islamic Studies, currently based in Berlin, Germany. She earned her Ph.D. from Freie Universität Berlin, with her research delving into Islamic mysticism, particularly the works of Ibn ʿArabī. Over the years, Dr. Rašić has held academic and research positions in prestigious institutions, including the University of Belgrade and Yamanashi Gakuin University in Japan. Her academic journey is marked by a passion for exploring the intersections of religion, language, and culture. Her scholarly contributions have been recognized internationally, and she continues to engage in innovative research projects that examine complex philosophical and theological concepts within Islamic thought. Dr. Rašić’s work has garnered wide acclaim, contributing significantly to the understanding of Sufism, Islamic philosophy, and cultural exchanges between the East and West.

Professional Profile

Education

Dr. Rašić holds a Ph.D. in Islamic Studies from Freie Universität Berlin, which she completed in 2019. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Middle Eastern Languages and Literature from the University of Belgrade in 2013, followed by a Master’s degree in Arabic Studies from the same institution in 2014. In 2013–2014, she was an honorific student at Saitama University in Japan, where she broadened her interdisciplinary perspective. Her educational background spans several languages and cultures, giving her a unique perspective on Islamic thought and philosophy. Dr. Rašić’s deep linguistic knowledge, which includes Arabic, Persian, and Latin, allows her to engage with original texts and manuscripts, enriching her research in Islamic studies and interreligious dialogue.

Professional Experience

Dr. Dunja Rašić’s professional experience includes various academic and research roles that reflect her expertise in Islamic Studies. From 2020 to 2023, she served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Belgrade’s Department of Arabic Studies, where she conducted research on Islamic mysticism and philosophy. She also taught Islamic Philosophy and Mysticism at the same university from 2020 to 2023. Between 2016 and 2017, she was a visiting lecturer at Yamanashi Gakuin University in Japan. Additionally, Dr. Rašić worked as a research fellow at the Berlin Graduate School of Muslim Cultures and Societies from 2015 to 2019. Her professional roles reflect a commitment to both research and education, with a focus on bridging the gap between Eastern and Western philosophical traditions.

Research Interests

Dr. Rašić’s research interests lie at the intersection of Islamic mysticism, philosophy, and intercultural dialogue. Her scholarly focus is primarily on the works of Ibn ʿArabī, particularly his mystical and cosmological thought. She is deeply engaged in exploring concepts such as metempsychosis, the science of letters, and the intersection of religion and magic in Islamic tradition. Dr. Rašić’s work also extends to interreligious studies, where she examines how Islamic philosophy has influenced and been influenced by other religious and philosophical traditions, particularly within the framework of medieval translations and interpretations. Her research interests are broad, encompassing not only Islamic studies but also linguistics, cosmology, and comparative philosophy, making her contributions rich and multidisciplinary.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Dunja Rašić has been the recipient of several prestigious awards and fellowships throughout her academic career. In 2019, she received the Darmasiswa Research Fellowship, which supported her research endeavors. Earlier, in 2015, she was awarded a Ph.D. scholarship by the Berlin Graduate School Muslim Cultures and Societies, funded by the German Federal and State Governments. Her academic excellence was recognized even before her Ph.D., as she received the Research Award for Young Academics from the Ministry of Education of Serbia in 2013. Additionally, she was a Saitama University Honorific Scholarship recipient in 2013–2014. These honors underscore her outstanding contributions to her field and her potential as an emerging scholar in Islamic studies.

Conclusion

Dr. Dunja Rašić is a strong candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. Her robust academic background, diverse research portfolio, and impressive publication record demonstrate her dedication to advancing knowledge in Islamic studies. While there are areas for improvement, such as enhancing her outreach and interdisciplinary collaboration, her strengths significantly outweigh these considerations. If recognized with this award, she could further amplify her contributions to her field and mentor the next generation of scholars, making her an asset to the research community.

Publication top noted

📜 Fāṭima, the Righteous Sorceress, and Ibn ʿArabī’s Notions of Magic and Miracles
Author: Rašić, D.
Year: 2023
Journal: Magic, Ritual, and Witchcraft, 18(3), pp. 364–381
Citations: 0

🔮 Summoned Letters, the Disjointed Letters and the Talisman of Ibn ʿArabī
Author: Rašić, D.
Year: 2023
Journal: Journal of Sufi Studies, 12(2), pp. 167–181
Citations: 0

🎶 Music of the Spheres in Akbarian Sufism
Author: Rašić, D.
Year: 2022
Journal: Religions, 13(10), Article 928
Citations: 1